COVID-19 protocols are enough to keep kids safe in schools at this time.Education Minister Stephen Lecce says that after consulting the province’s top doctor and its public health measures table, the government has determined an extended holiday break is “not necessary.” Ontario government considering extending winter break in schools amid coronavirus pandemic In a statement released today, Lecce says the government will continue to consider all options when it comes to keeping schools open in January and beyond.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The minister said Tuesday that the province was considering prolonging the winter break or starting the new year with a stretch of online learning to.